Maastricht University

Maastricht University (UM) is the most international university in the Netherlands and, with more than 16,000 students and 4,000 employees, is still growing. The university stands out for its innovative education model, international character and multidisciplinary approach to research and education.

Thanks to its high-quality research and study programmes as well as a strong focus on social engagement, UM has quickly built up a solid reputation. Today it is considered one of the best young universities in the world.

Mission & strategy

Maastricht University is a research university where fundamental and applied research are inextricably linked with education and educational innovation. Maastricht University:

makes a genuine, tangible contribution to a better world

is truly international: in student population, curricula and mentality

helps students develop as global citizens at the forefront of their generation

has an innovative approach to education: students seek their own answers and their own added value

is anchored in society, in Maastricht and the Euregion

The university has defined a set of core values that serve as key principles for the conduct and attitude of staff and students:

realise social impact

create value

encourage dialogue

nourish initiative

work from intrinsic curiosity

Multi- and interdisciplinary

Research and education at UM have a thematic, multidisciplinary nature, inspired by topical issues such as sustainability, European integration, healthy ageing and the influence of technological developments on society. Researchers work in multidisciplinary teams, in close collaboration with national and international institutions, companies and industry.